Red Sea break: Hurghada, Giftun Islands & El Gouna — 4 days
Fly from Cairo to the Red Sea for clear water and coral: a boat day to the Giftun Islands with a licensed operator, the lagoons of El Gouna and time to rest.
Overview
After temples and museums, the Red Sea is where many travellers slow down. Hurghada is about an hour’s flight from Cairo, and its reefs and islands are within easy reach by boat.
Sea days run with licensed boat operators, life jackets and a safety briefing, and we choose guarded beaches. The Chinese Embassy reported several drownings of visitors at Hurghada and Dahab in 2026, so safety comes first.
Day by day
- 1
Day 1 · Fly to Hurghada
Domestic flightDomestic flight from Cairo to Hurghada, transfer to your hotel and an afternoon on the beach.
Hurghada
- 2
Day 2 · Giftun Islands by boat
On footA day on a licensed boat to the Giftun Islands protected area: snorkelling with life jackets, a beach stop and lunch on board, as stated in your quote.
Giftun Islands
- 3
Day 3 · El Gouna
By roadA relaxed day in El Gouna — lagoons, the marina and the town centre — or a full day of rest.
El Gouna
- 4
Day 4 · Return
DepartureTransfer to Hurghada airport for your flight to Cairo or home.
Hurghada · Cairo airport welcome
At a glance
- Duration
- 4 days
- Cities
- Red Sea
- Pace
- Relaxed
- Best for
- Families, couples, the end of a Nile trip
Licensed guide in your language, subject to availability
Included in this program
- Domestic flights as stated in your quote
- Airport and hotel transfers
- A boat day with a licensed operator, snorkelling gear and life jackets
- Hotel nights in Hurghada or El Gouna as stated in your quote
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses and tips
- Optional activities not in your quote
Road reality
- Hurghada → Cairo: domestic flight about 1 h (road 5–6 h)
Times are approximate and depend on traffic, season and schedules.
Good to know
- Swim only at guarded beaches and follow the crew’s instructions at sea.
- Do not touch or stand on coral; use reef-safe sun protection.
- Hurghada has international flights, so it can be your last stop before flying home.
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Reference: WF-0000 · Red Sea break: Hurghada, Giftun Islands & El Gouna — 4 days
| Day 1 | Hurghada Domestic flight |
| Day 2 | Giftun Islands On foot |
| Day 3 | El Gouna By road |
| Day 4 | Hurghada · Cairo airport welcome Departure |
| … | |
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